HOUSEKEEPER (FULL-TIME, CALENDAR YEAR)

University Of Rhode Island; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper for a full-time position. This role involves cleaning and custodial duties in a university setting, ensuring that all facilities are maintained to high standards. The successful candidate will enjoy a generous benefits package, including a tuition waiver for family members, paid time off, and a mandatory retirement plan. With a focus on cleanliness and attention to detail, this position offers a stable and rewarding work environment. If you have a passion for maintaining a clean and welcoming space, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Tuition Waiver for Family Members

Paid Time Off

Paid State Holidays

Mandatory Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of cleaning equipment and methods.
• Experience in basic cleaning and custodial tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning, custodial, and simple maintenance work.
• Collect and dispose of trash and recyclables.

Skills

Cleaning Skills

Custodial Knowledge

Ability to Follow Directions

Education

Completion of Eight School Grades

Tools

Wet/Dry Vacuums

Buffers

Floor Scrubbing Machines

Job description

80 Lower College Road, Kingston, RI 02881

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

THIS IS A FULL-TIME, 40 HRS., CALENDAR YEAR POSITION. IT WILL INCLUDE A GENEROUS BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDING A TUITION WAIVER FOR CCRI, RIC, AND URI FOR THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE, SPOUSE, AND DEPENDENTS (IF APPLICABLE) BASED ON CURRENT EDUCATION. PAID TIME OFF, PAID STATE HOLIDAYS, AND A MANDATORY RETIREMENT PLAN ARE ALSO AVAILABLE IN ADDITION TO MANY OTHER TYPES OF BENEFITS.

A pre-employment physical examination and criminal background check are required for the successful applicant. Both of these requirements will be paid for by the University.

Position Information

Job Title: HOUSEKEEPER (FULL-TIME, CALENDAR YEAR)

Salary Range: $41,417 - $44,300

Department: HRL Facilities

Contact: Jenna Visinho, Specialist, Talent Acquisition, Office of Human Resource Administration, 401-874-2317

Duties and Responsibilities

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To do cleaning, custodial and simple maintenance work at a university or college; to follow daily custodial standards and instructions; and to do related work as required.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Usually none.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

1. To clean (sweep, strip, dust, scrub, mop, wash or vacuum), polish or wax floors, carpets, walls, windows, woodwork, furniture and equipment in all university or college buildings.
2. To collect and dispose of trash, recyclables and other wastes.
3. To provide washrooms with soap, paper products and other necessary supplies.
4. To observe and report unusual situations on property and grounds.
5. To operate buffers, wet/dry vacuums and floor scrubbing machines.
6. To report on safety issues and the need for maintenance repairs.
7. To do related work as required.

Required Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of the equipment, materials and methods used in cleaning and custodial work; the ability to understand and carry out simple directions; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Completion of eight school grades; and experience in a capacity requiring the performance of basic cleaning and custodial tasks, or a combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent.

Work Hours

WEDNESDAY THROUGH SUNDAY – 7:30 AM TO 4:00 PM. DAYS OFF: MONDAY & TUESDAY.

Posting Dates

Posting Date: 02/04/2025

Closing Date: 02/13/2025